We had a great experience at Full Metal Cycles. We bought a kid's bike there, which didn't turn out to be a great fit for our child. The shop owner, Lee, accepted our return with zero hassle, even though he had performed some customization of the bike for our son's needs. During COVID times, we also appreciate how Lee manages the flow of traffic in his shop, only allowing one customer in at a time. And he treats everyone very courteously, taking the time that's required to provide great service. Highly recommended! read more

Full Metal Cycles - Great service, done safely, with masks. - Bike Repair/Maintenance Near Me - San Rafael, California

Lee helped me out with my daughter's bike and was awesome! Definitely would recommend the shop especially if you like classic bikes.

I walked into the shop off the street to discuss road bike builds with Lee. Lee showed me what he could do, plus he gave his honest opinion of other new custom-build bike options that I was considering buying online. I didn't feel great about any of the options in my budget, and I hate to spend a ton of money without loving the outcome. As we talked more and more he mentioned that he had picked up a boost wheelset with a narrow rim on steep discount and he'd offer it to me for cheap. This allows me to run road tires on my current bike which is a "drop-bar mountain touring bike". Lee was so honest that he told me I'd find an extra SRAM Eagle cassette for a lot less online than he'd be able to sell it for. I bought all the things I needed, set up the wheels myself, and now I'm much happier running 2 wheelsets on my awesome steel drop-bar bike than I would be with a 2-bike setup on my budget. I'll definitely go back to Lee for any maintenance and upgrades. read more

Full Metal Cycles - Bike Repair/Maintenance Near Me - San Rafael, California

Lee Dumler may be the finest bicycle mechanic I've used in my 60+ years of serious road cycling, and I've known many good ones over the years. read more

Lee is the man and FMC is the spot. He knows his stuff inside and out and is all about function-over-form and benefit-per-buck. I value these qualities in a bike mechanic and parts/bike salesperson above all and know I can count on Lee to give me honest recommendations based on experience and expertise tailored to my needs. He won't hesitate to recommend a cheaper better-performing part where it works or to justify extra spend on something special where it makes sense with a solid explanation rooted in mechanics and engineering. The whole experience is just a joy if you're the type of consumer who cares about what they are buying and why. He can also serve your needs up and down the cost and bling spectrum - wanna go absolutely wild and build a $20k titanium bikepacking rig, bespoke to the bolt? He can guide you. Want a recommendation and instal on a budget friendly replacement component, you'll get the same attention. I wish all mechanics and salespeople for bikes and otherwise were more like Lee. read more

Lee is a class act. Dedicated to and knowledgable about vintage rides as well as the newest tech. He has gone so far as to reproduce some of the really hard to find parts long out of production. read more

Excellent and detailed customer service and work! They take the time to show and explain options, break down prices and give recommendations. The shop is super clean, open and organized and prices seem very reasonable for the quality of service. I was thinking it would be a pain to park and offload my bike on fourth street but both times it was a breeze. Highly recommended! read more

Your yelp search for best bike shop in Marin has ended, this place is the bees knees

Super nice local guy. I like how un-pushy and chill his shop is, especially compared with Mikes Bikes.

Lee was super helpful with an eBike conversion. I didn't have the installation instructions because it was an older mode. He had to do some research and make a few modifications. But he made it work. He is a pro! read more

Lee knows his stuff and if you biked in the 80's then you might find yourself stuck there for a while talking retro bike builds. Top notch mechanic, great setting, old steel bikes and vinyl playing. All this adds up to an awesome bike shop. read more

This crew is great. Know the local area, super helpful, passionate about cycling. Unique focus on gravel bikes and service. Highly recommend. read more

I had the great pleasure of working with Lee to build my dream bike. Lee is professional, passionate and a very talented. He was patient and worked with me to put together a solid parts list for the bike build. Things went smoothly during the build, and if there was a small hiccup Lee went above and beyond to make it right. In the end I came out with a one of a kind bike that was immaculately well put together by Lee. Thanks again Lee! Also: The shop always has a great selection of components, swag and tires. The record player is a nice touch! Always chill vibes! read more

Full Metal Cycles - Chumba Del Amo road put together by Lee. - Bike Repair/Maintenance Near Me - San Rafael, California

Want to give a shout out to Lee at Full Metal Cycles. Stopped in there to buy a new tire and tube for my mountain bike. Got home and was having a very hard time getting the tire off the rim. Took it back and went in the door and just said "Help". Lee completely took care of it for me (in about 15 mins) and I was out the door with it fixed. I didn't even know this place was there. It is on 4th St in San Rafael, very near D St. They have been there a couple of years. Give the place a try; Lee's superb customer service sold me. read more

After my bike frame broke, I stopped by Full Metal Cycles and worked with Lee to find a replacement. Luckily, there was a bike in stock at the shop which Lee was able to make some minor adjustments to and I was back riding in just a couple of days. I recommend you give this bike shop a try the next time you need a new build or adjustments to your current bike. read more

Brought a bike or two in for service when I was scratching my head because I'm prone to mechanical mistakes at home. Lee has always been gentle explaining where my ham fistedness (is that a word?) fell short. Never ever ever felt pressured to buy new parts. Ham fists down one of the finest bike shops in the whole Bay Area, where there are lots of bike shops. Try not to smudge the glass with nose oil ogling the gorgeous US-fabricated components. You'll find yourself a seasoned mechanic who won't BS you. If only all bike shops were as rad as this one. read more

My son just bought his bike from Lee. Here is his review: Lee is awesome and full of passion. He has totally decked out his store with great Marin County biking memorabilia and books. He is extremely knowledgeable and can speak to everything bikes. Go support local and get a bike or fix a bike with Lee! read more

Lee did a great job fixing the tubeless setup on my wife's bike after another shop failed to set it up properly multiple times. He also turned it around quickly, making space in his busy schedule to do so. read more

Support your LBS! Great shop with a record player and a guy that happens to have worked on bikes for years. He knows how to work on all types of bikes and is a good dude to boot. Stop in for service and also he carries some pretty awesome bikes for sale. Has all your needs and wants. read more

This is the new kid on the block! I happened to have my pannier fall off in front of this stylish bike shop as I cycled homeward. Lee noticed about six things that needed attention on my tired (new in 1994) somewhat shabby commuter bike. Among all the gorgeous new (and yes, made of METAL) bikes, mine looked like a burro in a racing stable. Nonetheless, I came away with a very fit burro that carried me home without a rattle, squeak or groan. This inspired me to bring a rather more racelike machine in to be fine tuned, and again: perfect work. If you like handmade, local goods, check out the touring bags, fanny-packs, etc. on the shelves behind the couch. Count on the mechanic to do a very good job. read more

The shop owner Lee was immensely helpful in picking out components for a new build. He's extremely friendly and knowledgeable. It's great supporting a small business. I'll be going here for all of my bike related needs in the near future. read more

What an awesome shop. It's rare to find an independent and legitimate brick and mortar business in this day and age. FMC goes above and beyond with both service and super interesting inventory. It is a breath of fresh air in today's world of mass produced garbage. This store carries nothing that is mass produced and has one of the best mechanics in the Bay Area. Thanks for opening in Marin! read more

Lee, the mechanic and owner, helped me with a bike fitting and swapped out the stem and handlebars on my gravel bike in order to get me a better ride. I had no idea how much better my bike could feel. I know just enough about wrenching to know that he really knows his stuff, down to the Newton metre. I'm local and am in the shop regularly (they've got a great selection of records and a nice couch), so I see Lee interact with customers often. He is very respectful and always has high quality, good value recommendations. He stocks local San Francisco handmade bags and frames and components from both local frame builders and solid brands. Also: as a woman, going into bike shops can be a frustrating experience; if that's been an issue for you, I think you will have a good experience with Lee. read more

If you need a bike or servicing of any kind, bypass every other shop and go to Full Metal Cycle. Lee modified my Orbea bike and I am 100% confident that no-one else would have taken the time, trouble, care or concern that Lee showed. As another reviewer said: Lee is an artisan and craftsman of rare intelligence, insight, and integrity. The work was hyper professional and FMC's pricing is totally reasonable. I cannot imagine a better bike shop exists - maybe in the whole of CA!! read more

LOVE this place. Super knowledgeable. Super unique vibe. Cool to check out if you're even remotely interested in bicycles. Lee has a plethora of knowledge on bikes and will certainly get you riding on the most appropriate bike for you. Or just get you stoked to use the most fun form of transportation. Check it! read more

Amazing shop - honest, knowledgable and a great guy. The real deal. Highly recommended.

Lee is simply the best bike mechanic there is. Have been visiting him for years, in his garage... which was meticulously stocked with cherried out bikes from the decades past - including, what I'm sure were the first mountain bikes to ever grace Mt. Tam. He even has a huge machine to make parts that no longer exist. If you appreciate the Jedi, Lee is your Yoda... only he's taller and has a different fashion sense, rocking many a t-shirt from obscure punk bands (the good ones) from decades past. He is an artisan and craftsman of rare intelligence, insight, and integrity. Now that he has his own shop, count it a blessing that you have found it. read more

Very appreciative that Lee was able to help me with a walk-up issue. A poorly adjusted saddle was causing me pain and he was able to identify and rectify the issue. If the issue does persist and the saddle is the problem, I plan to return and take advantage of their saddle demo program to make sure and get it right. A nice new local shop that carries an interesting mix of local (~Marin) and international brands with a focus on carefully customizing the fit. read more

Lee is an amazing mechanic. Talk to him for even a few minutes and you can tell that this guy LOVES bicycles. He is as honest as he is meticulous. The shop is immaculate and Lee gives outstanding advice and service. Great guy, great shop. Lee is both the owner and the mechanic. Go local. read more